VUVulnerable
Northern Pygmy Marmoset
Cebuella pygmaea
Declining
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Forest· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major
Conservation measures underway
Site/area protectionLegislation
Other threatened species in CALLITRICHIDAE
Threatened in Brazil
Frequently asked questions
Why is Northern Pygmy Marmoset classified as Vulnerable?
Northern Pygmy Marmoset is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Northern Pygmy Marmoset live?
Northern Pygmy Marmoset occurs in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Northern Pygmy Marmoset?
The main threats to Northern Pygmy Marmoset are 3.1, 3.2, 5.1, and 5.3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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